Dr. Aikaterini Triantafyllopoulou
Katerina brings extensive expertise in the history of art and cultural programs to Unity In Philia, supported by her distinguished academic background and professional experience. She holds a Doctorate in the History of Art from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, showcasing her dedication to the study and preservation of Greek cultural heritage. Her postgraduate studies in the History of Art and a Bachelor’s Degree in European Culture further emphasise her understanding of the intersection between art, history, and cultural identity.
Recognised for her commitment and excellence, Katerina has received prestigious awards, including the Doctorate Scholarship from the Special Account of Research Funds and the Kyriazis and Magdalene Angelopoulos Scholarship, highlighting her scholarly contributions.
Professionally, Katerina has successfully curated and coordinated cultural programs that celebrate Hellenic heritage. Her initiatives, which include leading seminar series on the History of Greek Art in Sydney and collaborating with the Hellenic Parliament Foundation, demonstrate her ability to make complex historical narratives accessible and engaging.
As the Head of Hellenic Culture Programs at Unity In Philia, Katerina is dedicated to showcasing the richness of Hellenic culture through art, history, and education. Her leadership fosters a deeper understanding of Greek heritage while advancing Unity In Philia’s mission to build cultural bridges and promote mutual understanding globally.
Academic Studies
(2009-2015) Doctorate in the History of Art, Department of History and Archaeology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens; (2005-2009) Postgraduate studies in the History of Art, Department of History and Archaeology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens; (2000-2004) Bachelor degree, Program ‘Studies in European Culture’, Hellenic Open University.
Awards
(2010-2012) Doctorate scholarship, Special Account of Research Funds, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens; (2006-2007) Scholarship from the anonymous donation in memory of Kyriazis and Magdalene Angelopoulos, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
Research and Work Experience
(2014-2016) Coordinator of a seminar series on the ‘History of Greek Art’, Hellenic Institute of Learning, Sydney, NSW; (2013-2014) Research assistant in the program ‘The History of AHEPA in Australia: 1934-2014’, under the supervision of Dr Vassilios Adrahtas. Specific task: The study of relevant archive materials in Greece (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Church of Greece, AHEPA Greece); (August – November 2011) Visiting lecturer at the unit of study ‘Introduction to Ancient Greek Mythology’, Hellenic Institute of Learning, Sydney, NSW (unit coordinator Dr Vassilios Adrahtas); (1-14 April 2009) Organiser and curator of the Exhibition of Drawings and Paintings by Uros Todorovic, Cultural Centre of the Municipality of Athens; (2008-2009) Collaboration in the program of the Hellenic Parliament Foundation regarding research and the writing of a monograph on ‘Nikos Kastanakis (1896- 1961)’ as a political caricaturist.
